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Picked up a couple Ludwig snares Last viewed: 18 hours ago

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Got two Ludwig snares from eBay, and I'm working on getting them cleaned up. The first is this:

[IMG]http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NzUwWDEwMDA=/z/EC0AAOSwLVZV1Q-F/$_57.JPG[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NzUwWDEwMDA=/z/PmUAAOSwjVVV1Q-Q/$_57.JPG[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NzUwWDEwMDA=/z/UyYAAOSw~gRV1Q-S/$_57.JPG[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NzUwWDEwMDA=/z/7kAAAOSwDNdV1Q-f/$_57.JPG[/IMG]

I was not quite sure what year this is from, but hoping it is early since it does in fact have a solid shell with rerings. It's missing one tension rod and clip, and has 5 other broken clips. I've already got the parts, but saved this drum for second. When I was taking it apart, two of the lug screws snapped off, so I have to find something for those as well. See below for the second drum.

Posted on 9 years ago
#1
Posts: 20 Threads: 5

Here are the before shots of the second drum. Any guesses on what year this one could be?

[IMG]http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/4FUAAOSwPcVV0l0B/$_57.JPG[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/Ds4AAOSwLVZV0l02/$_57.JPG[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u302/bucksdrummer/10-08-05/IMG_0935_zpsz1z6mmpc.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u302/bucksdrummer/10-08-05/IMG_0936_zpsjefsaldy.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u302/bucksdrummer/10-08-05/IMG_0937_zps6nvwa4cy.jpg[/IMG]

Posted on 9 years ago
#2
Posts: 20 Threads: 5

And the cleaned parts:

[IMG]http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u302/bucksdrummer/10-08-05/IMG_0955_zpseycjismo.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u302/bucksdrummer/10-08-05/IMG_0956_zpshvt6kpzd.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u302/bucksdrummer/10-08-05/IMG_0957_zpsw4pckjkl.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u302/bucksdrummer/10-08-05/IMG_0959_zps1hxbouzx.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u302/bucksdrummer/10-08-05/IMG_0952_zpsmyuerlij.jpg[/IMG]

Posted on 9 years ago
#3
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And the finished drum. Was that bracket on the top hoop tension rod used for a harness strap, or something else? These are the heads that came on the drum, but I'll probably try to get some calfskin heads on them to look the part.

[IMG]http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u302/bucksdrummer/10-08-05/IMG_0961_zpsagc7trmr.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u302/bucksdrummer/10-08-05/IMG_0963_zpsahb7w0tz.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u302/bucksdrummer/10-08-05/IMG_0965_zps96mbnv3q.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u302/bucksdrummer/10-08-05/IMG_0966_zpsudwz5vtb.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u302/bucksdrummer/10-08-05/IMG_0968_zpsnmd2vq2o.jpg[/IMG]

Posted on 9 years ago
#4
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Very nice! Ludwig Universal model 1920's through 1930's I believe. Check the catalogs to be sure. Nice job cleaning it up.

Posted on 9 years ago
#5
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Really beautiful. Nice job. I have a snare like the first one you have. Not sure if it is from the 20's or a Pioneer from the 40's. Mine does not have a badge but it says "Ludwig & Ludwig" on the top hoop.

How did you finish the hardware? I am refurbishing a 28 inch Ludwig & Ludwig Pioneer bass drum. I will post some pictures later.

Posted on 9 years ago
#6
Posts: 375 Threads: 36

Does you first wood snare have a badge?

Posted on 9 years ago
#7
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From jimorlando

Does you first wood snare have a badge?

No badge, just the Ludwig Universal stamp on the hoop.

Posted on 9 years ago
#8
Posts: 207 Threads: 39

WOW! Cool drums you've got. If you put regular snare wires on the metal drum, it will be a great sounding snare. I'm guessing that's a two-piece NOB from the way the edge flanges look. Is it 4x14 or 5x14?

Posted on 9 years ago
#9
Posts: 2713 Threads: 555

Nice find! Beautiful looking old drum there. Nice job on cleanup. I love that wood shelled drum. The Ludwig hoop logo is smart. Sweet drums :)

Posted on 9 years ago
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